Bachelor's degree · Tbilisi, Georgia

Bachelor's Program in Cybersecurity Engineering

This is a four-year engineering degree taught entirely in English, built around how networks, operating systems and applications are attacked and how they are defended. Studying it in Tbilisi means an engineering-weighted curriculum at $5000 a year in a city with a growing IT and outsourcing sector, so internships and part-time technical work are realistic during your studies.

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University: The University of Georgia (UG)
Level: Bachelor's degree
Duration: 4 Years (8 Semesters)
Language: English
Tuition: $5,000 per year
Next intake: Fall 2026

Who this program suits

It suits students who enjoyed mathematics and problem-solving at school and want hands-on technical work rather than management theory — people who like taking systems apart to see where they break. You should be comfortable with programming from the first year. It is a poor fit if you want a purely business-facing IT or data-analytics role, or if you expect coursework without command-line work, labs and continuous practical assignments.

What you study

Programming fundamentals, data structures and algorithms
Computer networks, TCP/IP and network security architecture
Operating systems, Linux administration and system hardening
Cryptography, authentication and secure protocol design
Web and application security, secure coding and vulnerability testing
Digital forensics, incident response and information security management

Where it leads

Junior SOC analyst or security operations trainee
Network or systems administrator with a security remit
Penetration testing and vulnerability assessment assistant roles
Secure software developer or DevOps-oriented engineer
IT risk, compliance and information security support roles
Master's study in cybersecurity or computer science abroad — confirm how your home country or target university evaluates a Georgian bachelor's degree

What it costs

Tuition is $5000 per academic year, so $20,000 across the four years. Living in Tbilisi typically costs around $300–450 a month depending on whether you share a flat and how much you eat out, which puts a realistic annual total in the region of $8,500–10,500. Budget separately for your laptop, residence permit and travel.

What the university asks for

The university asks for your high school certificate and A-Level results (or equivalent school-leaving documents), a clear scan of your passport, and evidence of English language proficiency where this applies to your background. Documents usually need translation and legalisation for use in Georgia, so start collecting them early — the next intake is Spring 2026.

High School & A-Level Certificates
Evidence of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)
Passport Scan

Questions students ask

Do I need programming experience before I start?

No. The programme begins with programming fundamentals and assumes no prior coding. What helps far more is solid school mathematics and patience with detail, since cryptography and networking modules build on both from the second year onwards.

Is the whole degree really taught in English?

Yes, all core lectures, labs and assessments in this programme are delivered in English. You will still meet Georgian in daily life in Tbilisi, and picking up basic phrases makes housing, shopping and part-time work considerably easier.

Will this degree let me work in security outside Georgia?

Cybersecurity is not a licensed profession in most countries, so employers judge you on skills, projects and certifications. The degree is a recognised bachelor's qualification, but you should check how your own country's authorities evaluate Georgian diplomas for further study or visas.